Is visibly angered by the sudden media attention and the paparazzi's intrusion into their lives.
The episode concludes with Nana appearing on the news, signaling that the private struggles of the characters are about to become a public spectacle. [Spoilers] NANA Rewatch: Episode 38 Discussion Thread NANA Episode 38
Nana Osaki finally feels ready to reconcile with Hachi . She waits for hours outside Hachi's new residence in the rain, but the two narrowly miss each other. While Nana is waiting, Hachi is at a coffee shop with Shin. Is visibly angered by the sudden media attention
Struggles with her choice to live with Takumi. Shin challenges her weak rebuttals about "accepting weaknesses," urging her to have conviction in the hard road she has chosen. She waits for hours outside Hachi's new residence
Shows a slight settling of her angst regarding Ren, admitting she loves him simply and purely. However, her desperate attempt to see Hachi is thwarted by "plot convenience" and the strict security of Takumi's building.
Back at Apartment 707, Nana Osaki is confronted with the reality that Hachi has truly moved out. Meanwhile, the press prepares to release the scoop that will change both bands' trajectories. Character Dynamics
In Episode 38 of the NANA anime, titled ( Unmei no hikigane ), the emotional distance between Nana Osaki and Nana "Hachi" Komatsu remains a central theme as external forces begin to pull their lives into a public scandal. Key Plot Developments